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Springfield Moms E-Update August 25, 2010
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Share Your Tips and Win
 What is your top coping strategy for getting your kids ready for "Back to School?"
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Greetings!
 Congratulations to grandmother Joy Wagner who won the summer promotion for the Children's Discovery Museum - 4 free tickets to the Museum, a night at the Marriott and dinner for four.  Enjoy your family get-away, Joy! And thanks to our premium sponsor Children's Discovery Museum for coordinating the contest. We loved receiving pictures of your kids having a blast at the museum. Look for more pictures below. Right now, we are preparing our annual (and popular) Fall Family Fun Guide. Look for it in our September 8th E-Update. Also, let someone else do the carpooling for the evening. Mom's Night Out on September 23rd from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at
Indigo. Enjoy specials just for the moms! Like what you see? Please forward this to a friend. Kim Leistner
Founder and President of Springfield Moms |
LIGHTS ... CAMERA ... SAVE! Teen Video Contest
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 Teens are gadget masterminds, but just how skilled are they with
managing their money? That's the riddle that fuels Lights, Camera, Save!
- a unique contest designed to encourage young people to use the power
of video to communicate the value - and understanding - of saving. For more information, read Gregg Formigoni's article here.
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BACK TO SCHOOL PHYSICALS AND THE GARDASIL VACCINE
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|  In recent years, there have been questions about the vaccine Gardasil, which is now recommended for kids between the ages of 9 and 26 to protect against disease. Dr. Lucinda Hany provides the latest information on this vaccine in her article here.
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TIPS FOR MONITORING YOUR KIDS AND THEIR SPORTS LEAGUES
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involved in an organized sport can have many positive effects for kids. Sports can help with increased
self-esteem, higher grades and lower obesity rates. Yet, parents must
also be vigilant when their child is involved in sports. Read Sandy Muraoka's article here. |
BACK TO SCHOOL BLUES? Tips To Help Your Kids Make It Over the Hump
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|  Not every child is overjoyed at the return to school this month. If your child is struggling with the blues, you'll find some helpful tips in this article we found on the Kohl's Cares for Kids website here.
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CHECK OUT THESE PHOTOS FROM OUR SUMMER PROMOTION WITH THE CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM
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 "It is one of our favorite places to go as a family! We spent about 4 hours there
this day; there is so much to do!" Shauna Janssen
More photos here.
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Save $$
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- NEW! $10.99 for a 2-topper LARGE pizza from Godfather's and/or $10 off a Birthday party
package.
- McDaniel, Sternstein, Aleman: FREE Orthodontic Evaluation for your child or for
an Adult.
- Vision Care: 25% off prescription glasses at the new Prairie Crossing West Side or North Side
locations.
- Book 5 Little Diva Glamour Girls at a Party at Lift & Firm and the 5th one is FREE!
- 20% off frozen fish at Robert's Seafood plus BOGO on frozen organic vegetables
- $10 off Birthday Parties at Midstate Gymnastics
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Enjoy a FREE Saturday Tasting at The Corkscrew
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MidTown Tire & Auto $22.95 Oil Change & Tire Rotation
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Premiere Physical Therapy: Free Consult
Mom's Choice Directory.
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What's Happening! Upcoming Events |
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This weekend! August 28th Old Capitol Blues and BBQs starts at noon. 40 plus barbecue competitors, blues bands and children's activities. Noon to midnight. Details here.
Illinois Products Farmers Market is open again on Thursdays. Make sure you plan to visit tomorrow afternoon and enjoy their amazing variety of Illinois products.  Enjoy sweet corn, tomatoes, peaches and so much more at the Springfield Old Capitol Farmer's Market. Held Wednesday and Saturday mornings through October 30th. Don't miss your chance to enjoy the cream of the crop this summer and fall!
Thursday, September 2nd at 12:30 p.m. New Moms Dealing With Feelings Support Group. This support group gives help to women from the central Illinois area
who are or may be experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD)
and other mood disorders following the birth of their baby. FREE. Hospitality Room at St. John's Hospital. Meets Thursdays. Details here.
 September 8th "After School Doctor" from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. with Dr. Krishna Singh who will talk about and take questions on childhood obesity. Offered free with light refreshments at the Dove Conference Center at Prairie Heart Institute at St. John's Hospital. More details here.
 Friday, September 10th: The Springfield YMCA is hosting their annual "Golf for Kids" tournament at Lincoln
Greens Golf Course. The cost is $100 per golfer, which includes golf, lunch, all beverages on course and special gifts, dinner and awards. Winner of the putting contest receives a car from Isringhausen Imports to drive for one weekend.
 September 11th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Visit the Illinois State Museum and Super Saturday: Autumn Art. Green, yellow, brown, orange, red. Autumn is full of colors and shapes waiting to be made into beautiful art pieces. Free family activities.
 September 11th from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Arts in the Park Come to Lincoln Park with the kids and explore your creative side. Fun and educational vendors, food, entertainment, music and more! Details here.
September 11th at 6:00 p.m. at Erin's Pavilion at Southwind Park. 16th Annual Celebrity Chef Event for The Hope Institute. Order your tickets now! Details here. September 16th "March of Dimes Signature Chef" starts at 6:00 p.m. Buy your tickets now for this annual event and enjoy the
finest food from area chefs and a silent and live auction with a vast selection
of items all to benefit the March of Dimes. President Abraham Lincoln Hotel in Downtown Springfield. $75 per person. For tickets, call 217-753-5154.
  Interested in a full weekend get-away? October 15 and 16th at the Flagg Farmstead Bed and Breakfast in Sherman. Register here. Also, earn a $100 Amazon Gift Card when you help ConnectEdPAIRS pilot their on-line counseling program. More information here.  SAVE the DATE! 
September 23 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Mom's Night Out with Springfield Moms and Indigo! Come enjoy $5 martinis and house wines plus sample appetizers. Bring your friends and plan to order dinner as well. This will be a relaxing evening out. You deserve it! Details here.
 September 25th from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fall Family Festival at The Hope Institute for Children and Families. Petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, hay rides, carnival games, pony rides, music and entertainment for the entire family. Free and open to the public.
September 25, 2010 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. "Harvest of Miracles" This fun family event at Greenview Nursery will feature food and
refreshments from Nelson's Catering, live music from 4 1/2 Men plus
balloon tethered rides, a juggler, face painting, balloon art, a kids
bounce house, art wall, pumpkin decorating contest with prizes and much
more. Ticket information and other Details here.
 September 25, 2010 starting at 10:00 a.m. Worldwide Day of Play. Turn off those television sets, load up the car and come celebrate at the Children's Discovery Museum in Normal. Admission is only $1. Details here. September 25th at 11:00 a.m. "Fall Into BioDiversity" at the Illinois State Museum. For plants and animals, fall is a time to prepare for the cold winter months.
Learn about the preparations they make, participate in hands-on activities, play
games, and see live-animal presentations. Details here.
 Our What's Happening Calendar is updated every week with the latest fun for you and your family! Bookmark this page, and stay in the know! |
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